Deon and Janet,who Do Not Know Each Other,are Assigned to Work

question 26

Multiple Choice

Deon and Janet,who do not know each other,are assigned to work on a project together at work.Deon suggests that the two have a lunch meeting together to get to know one another before beginning the official work.Deon's suggestion is an effort to _______.

• A)evaluate an implicit personality theory
• B)use stereotypes
• C)make attributions
• D)reduce uncertainty

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Definitions:

Responsive Relationship

A relationship characterized by openness, sensitivity, and adaptation to the needs and feedback of the other, often emphasized in therapeutic settings.

Accepted Aspects

Features or qualities that are recognized and embraced, either within oneself or by others.

Encounter Cycle

A concept in therapy and counseling referring to the recurring pattern of interaction between counselor and client.

Contact

In psychological and social contexts, refers to the act of communication or interaction between individuals or groups, which can influence attitudes, behaviors, and perceptions.